Summer 2026
Service Technician Intern
Vehicle Service
Posted on 8/10/2026
Tesla
10,001+ employees
EVs and integrated renewable energy solutions
No salary listed
Franklin, TN, USA
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- Knowledge of methods and techniques used in vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Current enrollment in an Automotive program is preferred.
- A valid driver's license is required, and the candidate must be capable of reporting to the training location or local service center as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to work in a team-based environment with a safety-first attitude.
- Familiar understanding of the English language.
- Basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Perform entry-level inspection, repair, and service work on Tesla electric vehicles.
- Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools.
- Perform equipment inspections, adjustments, and certifications.
- Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections of new cars.
- Maintain inventory, time records, shop supplies, and parts.
- Help maintain the cleanliness of customer vehicles.
- Support Parts and Front of House operations as needed or on a rotational basis.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are desired for the customer-facing role.
Tesla designs and sells electric vehicles and renewable energy products. Its cars (Model S, 3, X, Y, and Roadster) run on battery power, with a semi-autonomous Autopilot driving system and a global network of fast-charging stations called Superchargers. The company also provides solar panels, Solar Roof, and energy storage products (Powerwall, Powerpack, Megapack) to generate and store clean energy for homes and businesses. Tesla operates with a vertically integrated model, manufacturing key components (batteries, drivetrains) and selling directly to customers via its website and stores, while earning revenue from vehicle and energy product sales and regulatory credits. Its goal is to speed up the world’s transition to sustainable energy by combining mobility and energy solutions in one ecosystem.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2003
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue reached $28.24 billion, up 26%, despite weaker-than-expected earnings.
- Robotaxi expanded to seven cities by July 21, 2026, improving Tesla's autonomy story.
- Tesla China shipped Doubao AI in July 2026, strengthening local software relevance.
What critics are saying
- NHTSA opened a July 31, 2026 probe into 1.2 million Model 3s and Ys.
- Q2 2026 operating income fell 57% to $398 million, crushing automotive margins.
- FSD robotaxi safety failure triggers regulator shutdown, destroying Tesla's autonomy valuation.
What makes Tesla unique
- Tesla controls EVs, charging, software, and autonomy, compressing hardware and software into one stack.
- Shanghai Gigafactory supplies over 45% of global output and exports across Europe and Asia-Pacific.
- Tesla's robotaxi fleet uses one FSD stack across seven U.S. cities, accelerating data collection.
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SpaceX purchased $295 million of Tesla Megapack batteries during the second quarter, bringing first-half purchases to $329 million, according to a quarterly filing. The rocket maker had already bought $506 million worth of batteries and $131 million of Cybertrucks by end-2025. The timing suggests the batteries support xAI's data centres after SpaceX absorbed the AI company in February. Tesla says Megapacks provide reliable data-centre power and balance electricity supply. SpaceX's first earnings since its June IPO showed revenue nearly doubled to $7.81 billion. The AI segment generated $2.56 billion in revenue but lost $1.26 billion operationally. Total capital spending reached $18.37 billion, including $15.83 billion for AI infrastructure. Analysts now place odds of a Tesla-SpaceX merger between 80% and 90%.
Elon Musk has claimed that money will become meaningless by 2036, as AI and humanoid robots drive down the cost of food, housing and transportation to near-zero levels. Speaking at Tesla's Texas Gigafactory in late July, the chief executive officer suggested that artificial intelligence will surpass "the sum of human intelligence within five years". Tesla reported record Q2 2025 deliveries of 480,126 vehicles and 25.5% year-on-year revenue growth to $28.24 billion. Active Full Self-Driving subscriptions reached 1.48 million, up 56% year-on-year. However, economists including Tyler Cowen and Noah Smith argue that cheap manufactured goods merely shift scarcity to status goods and prime real estate, rather than eliminating it. Polymarket assigns just a 14.5% probability that Tesla will release its Optimus humanoid robot by 31 December.
Morgan Stanley estimates the humanoid robotics market could reach $5 trillion by 2050, with both Nvidia and Tesla pursuing opportunities in the space. Nvidia has developed Isaac GR00T, a universal AI foundation model for humanoid robots, alongside its Halos safety system. The company's Jetson Thor supercomputer is used by Boston Dynamics and Amazon Robotics for AI training and simulation. CEO Jensen Huang stated Nvidia's physical AI revenue has reached a $10 billion annual run rate. He predicts it will become the company's "next $100 billion business" within 10 years. Nvidia currently generates $48.5 billion in free cash flow, demonstrating its ability to invest in growth whilst maintaining profitability. The company is positioning itself as a key infrastructure provider for the robotics industry.
Tesla and SpaceX, both led by Elon Musk, attract growth-focused investors with ambitious visions in electric vehicles, robotics, and space travel. Both companies are valued above $1 trillion. Tesla's shares have fallen 28% in 2025 but maintain strong financials. The company generated roughly $104 billion in sales over the past four quarters, with $3.8 billion in net income. Free cash flow totalled $5.8 billion, supporting investments in robotaxis and humanoid robots planned for consumer sales next year. SpaceX remains unprofitable but offers substantial growth potential through projects including Mars missions and space-based data centres. The company's $1.5 trillion valuation reflects long-term ambitions. Tesla presents a more established business model with current profitability, whilst SpaceX offers higher-risk growth potential tied to future technological achievements.